By Admin A groundbreaking report launched at the Pan-African Donkey Conference (PADCo) exposes the severe impact of the global donkey skin trade on Africa’s rural women and children. Titled Stolen Donkeys, Stolen Futures, the study by The Donkey Sanctuary warns of surging donkey thefts, plummeting incomes, and deepening hardship as international demand for ejiao, a […]
By Eddah Waithaka Seventy years after Roger Bannister made history as the first man to break the four-minute mile, Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon stands on the brink of her own legendary moment. Tonight, at Paris’ Stade Charlety, the Olympic champion will attempt to become the first woman ever to run the mile in under four minutes. […]
By Eddah Waithaka Family Bank shareholders have approved a KES 1.1 billion dividend payout for the 2024 financial year, translating to KES 0.85 per share a 53% increase from the previous year’s KES 723 million distribution. The decision follows a 38% jump in profit after tax, which hit KES 3.4 billion for the year ended […]
By Eddah Waithaka MultiChoice Kenya has today launched a nationwide campaign, “We’ve Got You,” aimed at delivering more value to DStv and GOtv subscribers between June and July 2025. The promotion will automatically upgrade all eligible customers to the next higher-tier package at no extra cost, provided they pay their subscription in full. The campaign […]
By Eddah Waithaka On World Refugee Day, World Vision Kenya joins the global community in standing with refugees, honoring their struggles, and demanding stronger protections for their rights. This year’s theme, “Solidarity with Refugees, Honouring Refugee Stories, Upholding Their Rights,” underscores the urgent need for action amid one of the most severe humanitarian crises in […]
By Admin Inspector General Douglas Kanja today reaffirmed the National Police Service’s (NPS) dedication to upholding the highest standards of professionalism, accountability, and public safety. The NPS, established under Article 243 of the Kenyan Constitution, operates independently under the Office of the Inspector General. It upholds its constitutional mandate to ensure national security while respecting […]
By Eddah Waithaka Kenya is taking bold steps to build a knowledge-driven economy by strengthening doctoral training and research. Stakeholders from government, academia, and industry gathered at the Great Rift Valley Lodge in Naivasha for a high-level policy dialogue on doctoral education, organized by the International Centre for Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), the PASET […]
By Eddah Waithaka National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) and 47 County Executive Committee Members (CECMs) in charge of Education and Vocational Training, today cemented a new partnership to accelerate skills development, targeting over 400,000 workers for certification under an ambitious presidential initiative. The forum explored potential areas of partnership in Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), […]
By Eddah Waithaka Huawei launched its latest wearables, the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series and HUAWEI Band 10 in Kenya on Friday, 20th, empowering users to live smarter, healthier, and more stylishly in today’s digital age. Following their global debut in May, these devices reinforce Huawei’s commitment to Kenya’s booming wellness and tech markets. “Kenya […]
By Eddah Waithaka The MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) East Africa Academy partnered with Cameras Africa and Sony Middle East and Africa to deliver a two-day Advanced Cinematography Masterclass on 17th and 18th June. Over 50 senior and mid-level cinematographers from across East Africa attended the hands-on training, exploring Sony’s next-generation digital cinematography technologies. Participants tested […]
